The 33-year-old Thomas had never missed a play before he got hurt while blocking on a routine running play against Tennessee. Thomas was on the field for 10,363 consecutive snaps before sustaining the injury, which typically requires nine months of rehab.

Thomas is weighing whether to come back for another season or begin a broadcasting career. He has repeatedly said he’d inform the Browns before free agency, but the team had still not heard from him as of Tuesday afternoon. Teams can sign players at 4 p.m. Wednesday.

Whether Thomas returns or not, the Browns are expected to pursue a tackle and might target New England’s Nate Solder.